During Metamorphosis,what Process Reduces the Size of a Tadpoles Tail

Question

During metamorphosis,what process reduces the size of a tadpoles tail?
A)regeneration
B)apoptosis
C)oxidative phosphorylation
D)re-differentiation
E)invagination

Accepted Answer

During metamorphosis, the tail of a tadpole is reduced in size due to apoptosis, a process whereby cells are deliberately destroyed. This allows for the development of limbs and other structures needed for the adult form of the organism.